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7 Days Mid-Range Tanzania Safari

Short Overview

Experience the 7 Days Mid-Range Tanzania Safari and explore the country’s top wildlife destinations in comfort. Visit Tarangire National Park for elephants and ancient baobabs, continue to the Serengeti for thrilling Big Five game drives and the Great Migration (seasonal), then descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, known as Africa’s Garden of Eden. Stay in cozy lodges with beautiful views, enjoy guided safaris, and travel in a 4×4 vehicle. All park fees, meals, and accommodations are included for a seamless adventure.

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Tarangire National park

Detailed Full Itineray

You’ll depart from Arusha or Moshi after breakfast for the approximately two-hour drive to Tarangire National Park. Along the way, you’ll pass bustling Maasai villages and the vast, open plains that have become synonymous with images of Africa. You could have a chance to see the groups of elephants. After game drive, you will overnight at Farm of Dreams Lodge.

After an early breakfast, you will drive to the famous alkali Lake Natron. This lake is the world’s only breeding ground for 15 million Lesser Flamingoes. You will watch the flamingoes, learn about the surrounding environment, hot springs, sundowners, waterfalls, mountains, and many more activities. Later in the day, you will return for dinner and your overnight stay at Maasai Giraffe Eco Campsite.

Early breakfast, then with your picnic lunch, drive to the famous Serengeti National Park via Klein’s Gate game drive en route. You have a chance to see all the big five, see all big four, e.g., Lions, Elephants, Buffalo, Leopard, and many other wild animals like Hippos, Zebras, Wildebeests, Cheetahs, Hyenas, and Thomson Gazelles, just to mention a few. Then Afternoon game drives thereafter in the evening you will return for dinner your at Katikati Tented Camp.

After an early breakfast with a picnic lunch to enjoy full day game drive where you will have the chance to see the majority of the “Big 4”, namely lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard and many other wild animals including hippo, zebra, wildebeest, cheetah, hyena, and gazelle, just to mention a few. The Mighty Serengeti is a wild paradise where you will be able to see thousands of wild animals. Depending on your time of travel. You will follow the migration of wildebeests in any direction within the park. It can be Northern near Grumet river and Ikorongo, Central Serengeti, enjoy wildlife till evening then you will return for dinner and your overnight stay at Katikati Tented Camp.

After breakfast, you will embark upon another incredible game drive in the Serengeti before traveling to the Ngorongoro Crater. Arriving at the edge of the crater in the afternoon, you will have your first glimpse of what awaits you the following day: glistening streams, open grassland, and an infinite number of animals. Early risers are rewarded with breathtaking views of the rising sun over the crater’s edge, and after a hearty breakfast, you will drive down the adventurous track into the crater. Formed millions of years ago, it is 610 m deep and covers roughly 260 square kilometers. Due to its dense animal population of approximately 25,000, the crater offers the best game viewing of all the parks in Tanzania. In a matter of minutes, you will be able to see wildebeest, zebras, gazelles, elephants, and some of the more than 500 bird species in the area. With a little bit of luck, you might catch a glimpse of the endangered black rhino horns peeking through the grass. After lunch, you will ascend the steep walls of the crater and head to Lake Manyara. Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner at the Migombani Tented Camp.

Your final stop on the tour is the small Lake Manyara National Park, named after the shallow alkaline lake covering roughly 200km² of the park. The park is known for its diverse landscapes, not only open grassy plains but also primate-filled woodlands and baobab-dotted cliffs. Apart from the spectacular and diverse birdlife of over 400 species, the park is also home to hippos, elephants, baboons, wildebeest, and the peculiar tree-climbing lions. After an extensive game drive through the park, you will leave the cascades of flamingos. After lunch, we will start away back to Arusha or Moshi.

What is Included and Excluded in the Package

Inclusions

  • Transport with a qualified driver/guide in 4×4 vehicles with a viewing roof
  • Lodge/camping accommodation
  • Meals as outlined in the itinerary
  • Camping equipment, if necessary, eg, Tent, sleeping bag, and mattress
  • National Park gate fees
  • All Park expenses. (including VAT)
  • Bottled mineral water 1.5Ltr per person per day

Exclusions

  • Optional activities
  • Alcohol and soft drinks
  • Tips for the driver/guide (recommended: $35 per day)

Travel

7 Days, 5 National Parks

Accommodation

6 Nights

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

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FAQ's

Frequently Asked Questions for a Tanzania Lodge Safari

Accommodation, all meals, park fees, game drives, and transportation included. Most lodge safari packages are comprehensive, covering comfortable accommodation with private bathrooms, three daily meals, all national park entrance fees, professional guide services, game drives in 4WD vehicles, and airport transfers for a hassle-free experience.

Lodges offer private rooms, hot showers, restaurants, and enhanced comfort.

Safari lodges provide hotel-style amenities including en-suite bathrooms with hot water, comfortable beds, electricity, dining facilities, and often additional services like spa treatments, swimming pools, and evening entertainment while maintaining an authentic African wilderness atmosphere.

Most lodges cater to vegetarian, vegan, and special dietary needs. Safari lodges typically offer diverse menu options and can accommodate various dietary restrictions including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and other special requirements. It’s recommended to inform your tour operator about specific dietary needs during booking.

Big Five, wildebeest migration, zebras, giraffes, and over 500 bird species.

Tanzania’s diverse ecosystems host incredible wildlife, including lions, elephants, leopards, rhinos, buffalo, cheetahs, hippos, crocodiles, various antelope species, and exceptional birdlife. Seasonal Great Migration offers spectacular wildebeest and zebra river crossings and calving periods.

Most vehicles accommodate 6-7 passengers with guaranteed window seats.

Safari vehicles are specially modified 4WD Land Cruisers or similar with pop-up roofs for optimal game viewing. Each passenger gets a guaranteed window seat and ample space for photography equipment, ensuring comfortable wildlife observation throughout your journey.

Yes, most lodges welcome families with special programs for kids.

Family-friendly lodge safaris offer children’s activities, educational programs, cultural experiences, and specialized game drives. Some lodges provide babysitting services, children’s meals, and family rooms. Minimum age restrictions may apply for certain activities for safety reasons.

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